Iliana Limón Romero

Los Angeles

Assistant Managing Editor and Sports Editor at Los Angeles Times

L.A. Times assistant managing editor / sports editor | AWSM president | NAHJ Sports Task Force co-chair | El Paso native | [email protected]

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Articles

Angel City FC wears shirts declaring itself 'Immigrant City Football Club'

1 week ago | latimes.com | Iliana Limón Romero

Angel City FC players and staff wore T-shirts and read a pregame message declaring their support for immigrants on Saturday, a day of protest against ICE raids throughout Los Angeles.
Alijah Arenas released from hospital, on road to full recovery, family says

1 month ago | latimes.com | Eric Sondheimer |Ryan Kartje |Iliana Limón Romero

Alijah Arenas, a Chatsworth High star and top USC recruit, has been released from the hospital after he was injured in a Cybertruck crash. Top USC basketball recruit Alijah Arenas has been released from the hospital and is resting comfortably, his family announced in a statement Wednesday.
USC coach Lincoln Riley is content with his roster as the sprint transfer portal opens

2 months ago | latimes.com | Iliana Limón Romero

When the transfer portal opened for its spring window in each of the past two years, Lincoln Riley still had important holes to fill on his roster. In 2023, USC picked up a starter on the offensive and defensive lines. In 2024, the Trojans brought in a starting cornerback, starting defensive tackle and kicker to put the finishing touches on its depth chart. But after two springs scouring the portal for potential starters, the Trojans’ needs aren’t anywhere near as glaring in 2025.
The Sports Report: Luka Doncic delivers on emotional night

2 months ago | latimes.com | Iliana Limón Romero

Lakers guard Luka Doncic sits on the bench and holds back tears while watching a Mavericks tribute video honoring him Wednesday night at American Airlines Arena in Dallas. Howdy, I’m your host, Iliana Limón Romero, filling in for Houston Mitchell, who is probably watching last season’s World Series games for the 44th time. Let’s get right to the news. From Dan Woike: The Lakers fans and the Mavericks fans cheered. Because they were Luka Doncic fans. The uniforms were Lakers purple and gold.
The Sports Report: Lakers stumble after Luka Doncic ejection

2 months ago | latimes.com | Iliana Limón Romero

Howdy, I’m your host, Iliana Limón Romero, filling in for Houston Mitchell, who is probably spending his vacation sorting through email from anxious Dodger fans. Let’s get right to the news. From Dan Woike: The Lakers had equity, earning it in a dominant win Sunday afternoon against the best team in the West.
The Sports Report: Shohei Ohtani delivers magic, extends Dodgers' perfect start

2 months ago | latimes.com | Iliana Limón Romero

Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is sprayed with water as he crosses home plate after hitting a walk-off homer against the Braves Wednesday at Dodger Stadium. Howdy, I’m your host, Iliana Limón Romero, filling in for Houston Mitchell, who is probably spending his vacation working on his next Dodgers Dugout newsletter. Let’s get right to the news. From Jack Harris: On a night of imperfection in all facets of their game, the Dodgers found a way to remain perfect anyway.
The Sports Report: Dustin May returns to help the Dodgers win again

2 months ago | latimes.com | Iliana Limón Romero

Dodgers pitcher Dustin May delivers a throw in the third inning against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium Tuesday. Howdy, I’m your host, Iliana Limón Romero, filling in for Houston Mitchell, who is probably enjoying the Dodgers special at Panda Express today. Let’s get right to the news. From Jack Harris: Dustin May closed his eyes, took a breath and held his head suspended toward the heavens.
Sparks to retire star Candace Parker's jersey at Crypto.com Arena

Mar 27, 2025 | latimes.com | Iliana Limón Romero

Former Sparks star Candace Parker’s No. 3 jersey will be retired during a game against the Chicago Sky on June 29. The Sparks are retiring franchise star Candace Parker‘s No. 3 jersey at Crypto.com Arena during halftime of a game against the Chicago Sky on June 29, the team announced Thursday. The forward won three WNBA championships, including the Sparks’ third title in 2016.
The Sports Report: Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani delivers during Tokyo homecoming week

Mar 20, 2025 | latimes.com | Iliana Limón Romero

Howdy, I’m your host, Iliana Limón Romero, filling in for Houston Mitchell, who is probably recovering from the Dodgers’ season-opening sweep in Tokyo. Let’s get right to the news. From Dylan Hernández: The entire week was a buildup to this. Whether the ball struck by Shohei Ohtani would have cleared the right-field wall at the Tokyo Dome if some fans hadn’t reached over the railing is immaterial.
The Sports Report: Yoshinobu Yamamoto wows during his Tokyo Dome start

Mar 19, 2025 | latimes.com | Iliana Limón Romero

Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivers a scoreless first inning against the Chicago Cubs Tuesday in the Tokyo Dome. Howdy, I’m your host, Iliana Limón Romero, filling in for Houston Mitchell, who is probably busy watching the Dodgers or taking a nap. One programming note ... as you read this newsletter, the Dodgers are either in the middle of or have completed the second game in the Tokyo Series.